Commercial Finance Manager

Harper May is working with a well-established and expanding property management group that is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager to support decision-making across its operations and development portfolio. With a strong track record in asset management and residential services, the business is entering a new phase of growth and requires a commercially astute finance professional to deliver insight and strategic support to senior leadership.

Role Overview:
This is a key role responsible for driving financial performance through data-led analysis, robust forecasting, and commercial business partnering. The successful candidate will work closely with operational teams, providing financial clarity and helping shape strategic plans across the group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business partner with operations and property teams to support performance tracking and investment decisions

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across the portfolio and central functions

• Provide commercial analysis on property performance, service costs, and margin optimisation

• Develop financial models for new projects, tenders, and strategic initiatives

• Support pricing strategies and financial review of contracts and service offerings

• Prepare monthly management information and variance analysis for senior stakeholders

• Drive improvements in reporting tools, processes, and financial systems

• Assist in presenting commercial insights to the Board and leadership team

Candidate Profile:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified with strong post-qualified experience

• Background in commercial finance within property, real estate, or service-led businesses

• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment

• Advanced Excel and experience with reporting/BI tools (e.g. Power BI, TM1)